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    MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Vasculitis near San Luis Obispo, CA. Of these, 7 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    13 providers found
      Distinguished in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Distinguished in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Central Cardiology Medical Group

      35 Casa St, Ste 340, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Lardizabal is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Lardizabal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Lardizabal is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert J. Doria
      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Advanced in Vasculitis

      Cardiology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

      1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Robert Doria has lived on the Central Coast and practiced Cardiovascular Medicine as a partner with Coastal Cardiology since 1990. His undergraduate education was obtained at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the University of California, Los Angeles. He attended graduate schools at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and UCLA where he studied radiation biology and radiation physics. He attended medical school at the University of Southern California. After residency in Internal Medicine, he completed his fellowship in Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine.While he practices all aspects of cardiology, his primary interests are in the treatment of coronary artery disease, interventional revascularization procedures, cardiac arrhythmias including treatment with pacemaker and defibrillator devices, and advanced congestive heart failure, including the use of device therapies for support and cardiac transplantation.Dr. Doria has received Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He was elected to Fellowship in the American College of Cardiology in 1990.Dr. Doria lives with his wife and three children and enjoys spending spare time with family activities, youth sports, basketball and snow skiing. Dr. Doria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Mark C. Bocchicchio
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Coastal Cardiology Medical Group

      1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we work in collaboration with the patient, their family members and other healthcare providers. We demonstrate our respect and compassion by committing to continuous improvement, through constant education, ongoing training and frequent feedback. Dr. Bocchicchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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      Caleb D. Thompson
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Cardiology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

      1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I completed my residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Irvine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute in New Orleans.  While at the Scripps Clinic, I completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology as well as a fellowship in Structural Heart Disease and Peripheral Vascular Interventions, receiving an additional year of formal training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement, Watchman left atrial appendage closure, ASD/PFO closure, mitral valve repair, and peripheral vascular interventions.I'm a past fellow-in-training member of the Interventional Scientific Council for the American College of Cardiology and a current member of the Interventional Writing Group. I'm also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).My goal is to provide outstanding cardiovascular care to Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

      Deneen C. Dicarlo
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Experienced in Vasculitis

      Rheumatology Services Medical Group

      77 Casa St, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Deneen Dicarlo is a Rheumatologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Dicarlo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Reactive Arthritis. Dr. Dicarlo is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Advanced in Vasculitis

      Coastal Cardiology A Medical Corp.

      1941 Johnson Ave Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Tackett is a Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Tackett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology

      Barry Eibschutz, MD Private Practice

      1039 Murray St, Ste 200, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Eibschutz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).

      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology

      Rheumatology Services Medical Group

      77 Casa St, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Karen John is a Rheumatologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. John is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology

      Rheumatology Services Medical Group

      77 Casa St, Suite 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Yi Li is a Rheumatologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

      Steven B. Goodman
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Family Medicine

      Primary Care - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

      895 Aerovista Pl, Suite 103, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Steven Goodman graduated from Tulane university with a Bachelors of Science with a Major in Biology. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago . Dr. Goodman completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at San Bernardino County Hospital, following two years of working, outpatient medicine, traveling, fishing and scuba diving in Guam. He and his wife relocated to San Luis Obispo in 1988. He formed Cuesta Medical Group (CMG) in 1994. In 2015 CMG joined Dignity Health’s medical group Pacific Central Coast Health Centers.  Dr. Goodman continues to practice full service Family Medicine, and also serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Pacific Central Coast Health Centers. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), High Cholesterol, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Luke A. Faber
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Thoracic Surgery

      Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates

      911 Oak Park Blvd, Ste 102, 
      Pismo Beach, CA 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Faber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

      Lorianna P. Fletcher
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Experienced in Vasculitis

      Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

      850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (12.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Fletcher is a California native and moved to the San Luis Obispo area in 1998. She received her M.D. degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1991. Additional training includes a Masters Degree in Public Health from Tulane University and Internal Medicine residency at Duke University. She did her Cardiology Fellowship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California from 1995-1998. She is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology.She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology with additional training in coronary CT angiography. Her areas of specialty include cardiac rehabilitation, preventative cardiology and noninvasive myocardial imaging with nuclear imaging and echocardiography. She is the director of Coastal Cardiology’s state of the art nuclear imaging laboratory. When not working she is busy running marathons or just running after her two children. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Vasculitis
      Rheumatology

      Pacific Central Coast Health Centers

      850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 220, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (12.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ena Sharma is a Rheumatologist in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Vasculitis?

      Vasculitis is considered to be an autoimmune disease wherein the immune system causes inflammation of the blood vessels. The disease can be acute or chronic. There are many types of vasculitis, which mainly occurs in rare diseases. Vasculitis causes changes in blood vessels which decrease blood flow and oxygen to body tissues and vital organs. While the causes of vasculitis are often unknown, it can occur after an infection, another disease, or a reaction to medication when the immune system is triggered and attacks the vascular system. Genetics may also be a factor.

      When should I see a Vasculitis doctor near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Vasculitis doctor near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Vasculitis doctors near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Vasculitis doctors near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Vasculitis doctor near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Vasculitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Vasculitis doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Vasculitis doctor near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Vasculitis doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Vasculitis doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Vasculitis doctors near San Luis Obispo, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Vasculitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Vasculitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Vasculitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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